Casey Joins the Lees-McRae Women's Basketball Team

May 04, 2008

Banner Elk, N.C.--Lees-McRae's women's basketball coach
Sebastian Wild announced the addition of Lauren Casey to the
2008-09 squad. Casey will join the Bobcats this coming fall after
transfering from Lenoir-Rhyne College where she played her freshman
and sophomore seasons.

At Division II Lenoir-Rhyne, the 5-foot-10 Casey appeared in 54
games and starting 18, averaging five points shooting 40% from the
floor in the guard slot.

Casey a native of Raleigh, N.C. had a stellar high school
career. Lettering three years at Leesville High School under Coach
Jay Poole, Casey averaged 12 pts, 4.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and
2.5 steals. She was named to the 4A conference team, selected as
team captain and team MVP. Casey was also named MVP of the Clayton
News Star Christmas Tournament in 2006.

"Lauren is an intense competitor with an amazing work ethic. She
will take our program to new heights and raise the level of
expectations for our young team. With a large freshman class Casey
will bring experience and leadership to the newcomers," stated
Coach Wild.